Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL200

In this article, we will be evaluating the Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL200, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was revealed 6 months after the PL200 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the PL170 scores against the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL170 & Samsung PL200. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung PL170 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the PL170 and the PL200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and PL200 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and PL200.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung PL170 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.